This new baby and kids free crochet sweater pattern is the perfect addition to your little one’s spring wardrobe!

This modern sweater is worked from the top down in rows. Simple increases are used to create the yoke, followed by a sleeve separation. The textured body and sleeves are made from the same pattern combination and include double crochets, half doubles, slip stitches, and puff stitches. The circular yoke makes it easy to create short or ¾ length sleeves, perfect for any season.

Sizing
Finished chest circumference: 19 (20, 21, 22, 24, 26) inches
Ease: 2-3”
Suggested sizing: 3 months (6, months, 12 months, 18 months, 2T, 4T)
To find the right size, measure child’s chest and add 2”. Make the size with the finished circumference closest to this number. Model is a petite 4 year old wearing size 2T.

Abbreviations and Special Stitches
ch: chain
dc: double crochet
hdc: half double crochet
inc: increase (2 sc in same st)
rep: repeat
sc: single crochet
sk: skip
sl st: slip stitch
st(s): stitch(es)
yo: yarn over
Bead stitch: Skip one st, dc in next st, puff in st skipped (crossing over dc just made); 1 bead stitch made
Puff stitch: Yo, Insert hook in st skipped, pull up a loop to level of work (3 loops on hook), (yo, insert hook in same st, pull up a loop) 2 more times – 7 loops on hook. Yo, draw through all loops on hook.

Supplies: size 7 (4.5mm) crochet hook (or size needed to obtain gauge), 3/4” button (1), ruler, tapestry needle, sewing needle and matching thread for button.

Yarn: Worsted #4; 316 (378, 433, 471, 527, 625) Yards (refers to ¾ length sleeve option); Knit Picks Comfy Worsted (cotton/acrylic) shown in photos.

A free version of this pattern along with a complete video tutorial is available on my blog.

Testers loved this sweater! Check out what they had to say:

I love the different textures the sweater features, and I love how well-written the pattern is. ~Larianne

I like the variety of beautiful stitches ~Jessica

It is very easy to make. ~Laura

I like the stitches, simple yet so effective. ~Holly

Tester photo by Jessica Williams of CoyCrochet